Embattled Penrith skipper Matt Moylan will be a notable absentee from Friday's NRL semi-final against Brisbane as he continues to undergo counselling.

Panthers coach Anthony Griffin confirmed Moylan will remain at home to address personal issues instead of joining the team at Suncorp Stadium.

Despite being at Allianz Stadium for last week's elimination final win over Manly, it is believed the Penrith star has been advised by doctors to give Brisbane a miss.

“I don’t know how many times I can say it. Matt’s on a medical program and that’s where he’ll be. His counselling takes precedence over football, it’s as simple as that," Panthers general manager Phil Gould said on Wide World of Sports' Six Tackles with Gus podcast.

"Our priority is Matt’s welfare. We are treating this extremely seriously.

"He’s not ready to come back into the fulltime system yet.”

After renewed speculation over Moylan's long-term future at the club, Griffin on Thursday insisted he would be in Panthers colours next year.